'Koi garden mein nahi ghoomay ga': Rohit Sharma reveals story behind viral comment

Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma has finally shared the story behind his popular on-field remark "Koi garden mein nahi ghoomay ga", which had gone viral in early 2024 during a Test match against England in Visakhapatnam.

As per the details, the incident took place during the second Test of the series in February 2024 when Rohit was heard on the stump mic telling his teammates to be more energetic on the field. 

Speaking on JioHotstar, he revealed that at a crucial point in the match, he noticed players walking around casually after an over, showing no urgency or focus.

“It was in Vizag. The over had just ended and players were walking around like they were in a park. There was no energy. I was fielding in the slips and we had spinners bowling from both ends. It was an important game and we needed to win,” Rohit said.

Rohit shared that despite warning the players earlier in the day to put in extra effort, they seemed too relaxed. It was a crucial point in the match and India badly needed a breakthrough. A strong partnership from England was building and Rohit wanted his team to show more urgency.

“I watched for two or three overs, and then I couldn't take it anymore. I needed a wicket and it wasn't going to come if everyone was doing their own thing. That's when I said those words,” Rohit explained.

It merits a mention that India eventually won the match by 106 runs, levelling the five-match Test series 1-1.